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Psychosocial and Integrative Oncology: Interventions Across the Disease Trajectory.

Authors :
Carlson, Linda E.
Source :
Annual Review of Psychology. 2023, Vol. 74 Issue 1, p457-487. 31p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

This article provides an overview of the fields of psychosocial and integrative oncology, highlighting common psychological reactions to being diagnosed with and treated for cancer, including distress, anxiety, depression, fear of cancer recurrence and caregiver burden, as well as symptoms of fatigue, pain, and sleep disturbance. Patterns of symptomatology across the disease continuum are also discussed. Interventions targeted at treating these symptoms are reviewed, including acceptance-based and mindfulness therapies, mind-body therapies, and meaning-based approaches designed for people with advanced stages of disease, including psychedelic therapy. Common methodological issues and shortcomings of the evidence base are summarized with design recommendations, and a discussion of trends in future research including pragmatic research design, digital health interventions, and implementation science completes the article. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00664308
Volume :
74
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Annual Review of Psychology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
161366372
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-psych-032620-031757